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The Digest:

Justice Maryam Aliyu Hassan has ordered Chris Ngige to remain in Kuje Prison until December 18, when his bail application will be ruled upon, following EFCC allegations that he is a flight risk.

Key Points:
  • Former Labour Minister Chris Ngige was remanded in Kuje Prison until December 18 for a bail ruling.
  • Ngige’s counsel, Patrick Ikwueto SAN, argued for bail on health grounds, pledging no interference with witnesses.
  • The EFCC, represented by Sylvanus Tahir SAN, opposed bail, labelling Ngige a flight risk.
  • Tahir revealed Ngige failed to return after being granted administrative bail to travel abroad for medical care.
  • The EFCC also stated the international passport issued for the trip was never returned.
  • The prosecution argued Ngige’s claim of losing the passport was an afterthought following his re-arrest.
  • Ngige faces an eight-count charge of corrupt practices and contract fraud amounting to N2.2 billion.
This case underscores the tense balance between compassion and caution, where past actions cast long shadows over pleas for leniency.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria